Davies, an adjunct faculty member, is again a co-chair of the event. She will present the annual employment law update. Klotz will discuss the Department of Labor’s Plans to expand overtime pay eligibility. Patterson and Miller will co-present a program on the broadening scope of sex discrimination claims.

Rebecca S. Davies

She concentrates her practice primarily in the areas of employment law and commercial litigation. Davies represents employers in federal and state court litigation and before state and federal administrative agencies. She regularly counsels employers regarding compliance under federal and state employment laws (including FLSA, FMLA, ADA and Title VII), drafts policies and procedures, and advises on preventative strategies.

Gary W. Klotz

He has represented employers in labor and employment law matters for more than 30 years. Klotz is the author of numerous articles about labor and employment law, and he regularly speaks at management education programs about labor and employment law issues.

Scott T. Patterson

He represents employers in labor and employment law and business-related immigration matters. Patterson has extensive experience representing employers in state and federal courts and before government agencies in defense of employment-related claims such as those involving allegations of sexual harassment, race, age, gender and disability discrimination, wrongful discharge and alleged violations of various state and federal statutes.

Brett J. Miller

He is Group Leader of the firm's Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) Group. Miller focuses his practice on employment and labor law as well as fair housing litigation. In addition to representing clients in federal and state court venues, He has appeared before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Michigan Department of Civil Rights. Miller also has also represented clients in labor arbitrations.